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Omar Suleiman

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Imam Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He’s also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center, and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith alliance for peace and justice. Originally from New Orleans, LA, he began his journey of traditional Islamic learning in the year 2000 and has spent years studying in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Malaysia, etc. Upon becoming certified in various traditional sciences, he completed a Bachelo...

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Uphold The Right Of People 17.10.2016 19:19

In this talk Sheikh Omar advises us on the importance of upholding the rights of people.

Out Of Context - Part 12 17.10.2016 4:54

What Is Martyrdom In Islam? - Omar Suleiman In Part 12 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. According to Sheikh Omar Suleiman, there are various categories of martyrdom in islam, which isnât just achieved through fighting - Sheikh Omar explains further...

Out Of Context - Part 11 17.10.2016 14:36

Is Jesus Christ Divine? - Omar Suleiman In Part 11 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. The best way to alter the public perception of Muslim women in the West, says Sheikh Omar Suleiman, is for them to continue to be out there and for thriving, successful Muslim women to engage fully in their communities. Regarding the debate over the divinity of Jesus, a study of earl...

Out Of Context - Part 10 10.10.2016 10:50

Is there Persecution of Arab Christians? - Omar Suleiman In Part 10 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. Throughout history there has been a lot of friction between Muslims and Christians, says Sheikh Omar Suleiman, with Muslims also on the receiving end during the Crusades and the Spanish Inquisition.

Out Of Context - Part 9 10.10.2016 6:11

Does Racism Drive Islamophobia - Omar Suleiman In Part 9 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. There is certainly an element of bigotry and racism, says Sheikh Omar Suleiman, because you'll find that the same people who are Islamophobic are also anti-Semitic.

Out Of Context - Part 8 08.10.2016 10:48

Women's Rights In The Quran - Omar Suleima In Part 8 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. The Quran is very progressive with regards to women, says Sheikh Omar Suleiman.

Out Of Context - Part 7 08.10.2016 5:12

What Kind Of Training Is Available For Imams? - Omar Suleiman In Part 7 of the interview, Shaykh Omar takes questions from the audience. Imam training is not as defined in Islam as it is in other faith traditions, says Sheikh Omar Suleiman.

Why The Muslim Vote Matters 08.10.2016 31:29

Sheikh Omar discusses the importance of participation and why Muslims across the nation should vote both locally and internationally.

Out Of Context - Part 6 08.10.2016 26:00

The "All-Terrorists-are-Muslim" Myth - Omar Suleiman In Part 6 of the interview with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman dispels the myth that all terrorists are Muslim, noting the huge disparity between the amount of media coverage given to the rare cases where perpetrators were actually Muslim and when they were not.

Out Of Context - Part 5 02.10.2016 10:16

Sharia Law vs. Penal Code - Omar Suleiman In Part 5 of the interview with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman gives the definitive word on the meaning of Sharia law and how it must be distinguished from Islamic penal code.

Out Of Context - Part 4 02.10.2016 4:51

Love Thy Neighbor - Omar Suleiman In Part 4 of the with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman answers a question in the mind of many people in the West who have become conflicted about their Muslim minorities: Can you be a Muslim and a patriot? Can the allegiances of a Muslim in a non-Muslim country sit side by side? Can you be a practicing Muslim and an American, British or French...

Out Of Context - Part 3 02.10.2016 10:00

Rules of Engagement In Islam - Omar Suleiman In Part 3 of the interview with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman debunks erroneous interpretations of what has become popularly known as âthe verse of the swordâ from chapter nine of the Quran, Surat At-Tawba.

Out Of Context - Part 2 02.10.2016 33:43

The Medina Charter of Coexistence - Omar Suleiman In Part 2 of the interview with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman tears down some of the most popular misconceptions about Islam, the Quran and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Is the Quran inherently violent? Does the Quran contradict itself? Does Islam advocate Holy Wars through jihad? Is Islam anti-Semitic?

Out Of Context - Part 1 02.10.2016 10:14

Forget the Pundits, Ask a Muslim - Omar Suleiman In Part 1 of this fourteen-part interview with Dallas-based Pastor Mike Baughman, Imam Omar Suleiman shatters myths about Islam in America and about Muslims in general.

Makkah Before Madinah 02.10.2016 22:10

Jumah Khutbah - Makkah Before Madinah, Embracing the Struggle Valley Ranch Islamic Center Sep 23rd, 2016

The Value Of A Smile 30.08.2016 24:44

The Value Of A Smile - Omar Suleiman Khutbah - 26th August 2016

My Master I Appeal To You My Weakness 30.08.2016 23:27

My Master, I Appeal To You My Weakness - Omar Suleiman ICNA Convention - Baltimore, MD May 23, 2015

Mindset Of A Muslim 30.08.2016 22:31

The Perfect Fit: Mindset Of A Mu'min - Omar Suleiman Young Muslim Youth Conference 2016

What Could You Do For Syria 23.08.2016 25:51

Sheikh Omar advises what we can do for Syria

Step By Step Guide to Hajj - Part 2 23.08.2016 59:47

A Guide to Hajj Step By Step - Part 2